Glossary

Burgundy

/BUR-guhn-dee/

French region producing prestigious Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

Regions

Full Definition

Burgundy (Bourgogne) is eastern France's premier region for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Its complex classification system includes Regional, Village, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru levels. The concept of terroir is central: tiny vineyard differences create dramatically different wines. Notoriously expensive and allocation-limited at top levels.

Related Terms

cote dorchablisbeaujolais

See Also

pinot noirchardonnayclimat
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Reference

More terms starting with B

Balance

Harmony between wine components: fruit, acid, tannin, alcohol.

Barrel

Wooden container used for fermenting and aging wine.

Barrique

A 225-liter oak barrel, the Bordeaux standard.

Batonnage

Stirring wine on its lees to add texture and complexity.

Biodynamic

Holistic farming approach following Rudolf Steiner's principles.

Bite

A sharp, acidic sensation in wine.